SARDA
Microns 34/37
Origin and Diffusion
Native breed of Sardinia (where it is still raised), derived from the introduction of different breeds (especially Maltese). Very rustic, medium and low fertility dairy attitude. Adapts to harsh environments.Morphological and Breeding Characteristics
- Size: medium
- Head: small and light in females, larger in the male, almost straight profile, with or without horns. Ears medium length and width, almost horizontal.
- Trunk: deep chest, abdomen broadly. Breast well developed, broad attack, globular big nipples and far between. Robust legs with strong claws.
- Average height at the withers: Rams cm78, Ewes cm70
- Weigh: Rams Kg60, Ewes Kg45
- Average production of milk: Primiparous lt.160, Pluriparous lt.225
- Weight at birth: 2,8kg, 60 days after 11kg.
Fleece: most often white and gray.